Program Overview
The Veterinary Medical Sciences (Specialization in Forensic Toxicology) at University of Florida is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Veterinary Medical Sciences (Specialization in Forensic Toxicology) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 575 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Veterinary Medical Sciences (Specialization in Forensic Toxicology) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- VME 6613Forensic Toxicology I
- VME 6614Forensic Toxicology II
- VME 6766Laboratory QA/QC
- VME 6602General Toxicology
- PHA 6425Drug Biotransformation & Molecular Mechanisms of Toxicity
- VME 6605Toxic Substances
- VME 6650Mammalian Pharmacology
- PHA 6935Applied Statistics for Data Analysis
- VME 6934Forensic Medicine I
- VME 6604Literature Survey of Forensic Toxicology
- VME 6934Special Topics in Forensic Toxicology (on location in Gainesville)
- PHA 68502Principles of Forensic Science
- PHA 69351Forensic Medicine II
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Baccalaureate degree in a science subject from an accredited institution
- An upper-division GPA of 3.0 (B grade) or better
- The GRE is required and the total score is taken into account with other factors such as undergraduate GPA, grades on other graduate courses and experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 575 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 575 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Florida directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Florida
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Gainesville, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2021-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-04
- Language English
- Duration 12 months